Sr. Accountant--Aerospace

Lourdes Industries, Inc.; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Integra-Cast is seeking an experienced Cost Accountant in New Britain, CT to lead month-end close, cost analysis, budgeting, and GAAP reporting. You will collaborate with production and operations to improve cost efficiency and support audits.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and 5–7 years in cost accounting, preferably in aerospace or regulated industries. Strong Excel skills and analytical abilities are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required.
• 5–7 years of accounting experience with a focus on cost accounting preferred.
• Experience in aerospace/defense or regulated industries is a plus.
• Strong Excel skills for data summarization and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Completes month-end close procedures with journal entries and reporting packages.
• Analyzes cost structure including production expenses, overhead, and inventory valuation.
• Develops and maintains budgets aligned with organizational goals.
• Supports annual external audit and GAAP compliance.
• Collaborates with finance and operations to drive cost efficiency.
• Reviews invoices and accruals related to purchases.
• Records shipments with production for billing and revenue recognition.
• Maintains job cost ledger and ensures data accuracy from payroll, PO receipts, etc.
• Prepares job cost analyses and reports for management.
• Performs periodic inventory valuation reviews.

Skills

Cost accounting

GAAP

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Job description

Summary

Integra-Cast is an Aerospace manufacturing company in New Britain, Connecticut. Responsible for performing various accounting functions, including monthly close procedures, invoicing, billing, accounts payable management/processing, cash flow management, forecasting, cost accounting, and payroll. Prepare analyses as well as accounting reports according to GAAP. A key catalyst for operating and production capabilities through timely provision of support as well as partner with operational leadership. Position reports to the Controller.

Essential Functions

• Completes month-end close procedures, including preparing journal entries, updating financial results, and preparing reporting packages with accuracy and expediency
• Assesses and analyzes the cost structure of the business, including production expenses, overhead, and inventory valuation.
• Develops and maintains budgets, ensuring that all costs are accounted for and aligned with organizational goals.
• Work closely with other accounting and finance professionals, as well as department heads, to support financial planning and operational improvements.
• Support the annual external financial statement audit process
• Provides technical advice and guidance according to Federal/State regulations and GAAP
• Prepares regular reports on cost efficiency and profitability, providing insights to management for informed decision-making, as well as provides job cost analysis as required
• Maintains job cost ledger and ensures accuracy of the data flow from payroll, PO receiving, and other direct costs
• Monitors inventory accuracy and conducts regular audits to ensure proper valuation and reporting of inventory costs.
• Fixed Assets/Capital Expenditures

Additional Duties

• Review, approve, and record invoices and accruals related to purchases
• Liaise with production to record and invoice shipments of orders as they occur
• Manage cash flow and capital expenditures to ensure appropriate liquidity
• Identify and record necessary journal entries that arise throughout the accounting period
• Support specific strategic priorities and projects across the business, including financial statement close process optimization, technological modernization, and operational redesign
• Effective management and timely performance of recurring activities
• Proficiency in managing cash flow position and effectively reporting to leadership
• Identification and implementation of value-add projects and processes
• Responsiveness to internal stakeholders and issues impacting the business

Education Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Experience Required

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are required for success in this role, as well as strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• 5-7 years of accounting experience with a focus on cost accounting preferred, ideally in aerospace, defense, or other regulated industries
• Strong analytical abilities to interpret financial data and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, particularly with skills related to summarizing and analyzing data

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Ability to sit and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• This role requires a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. The work environment is collaborative, with regular interaction with accounting, finance, and operational teams.

Integra-Cast is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (D/V).

You Should Be Proficient In

• Bachelor's Degree
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Cost Accounting
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Financial Audit Experience